{"product_id":"lif-st-emilion-2012","title":"L'If St Emilion 2012","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFrom Château L'If in Bordeaux's Saint-Émilion on the Right Bank, the 2012 is a refined blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc sourced from 8 hectares of clay-limestone plateau vineyards that impart elegance and vibrancy. Hand-harvested grapes from the balanced 2012 vintage—marked by moderate conditions yielding concentrated yet fresh fruit—undergo fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, followed by 12-16 months' aging in French oak barrels (50% new, 50% one-year-old) to enhance integration and finesse. Purchased by Jacques Thienpont in 2010 and run by Cyrille Thienpont, this production yields a deep ruby wine with garnet edges and poised intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e A stylish, sensuous Saint-Émilion with enticing licorice scents and vivacious black fruit, offering tightly wound chalky tannins, linear crispness, and a refreshing spicy endnote. The nose offers detailed, vivacious black fruit mixed with black olive and licorice. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and harmonious, with fine tannins, bright acidity, and flavors of plum, spice, and mineral earthiness, leading to a long, crisp finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2012 Château L'If earned 92 points from Wine Advocate for its enticing licorice scents, detailed vivaciousness, and splendid Saint-Émilion elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve at 16-18°C with 45 minutes of decanting to enhance aromas. Ideal with grilled beef, roasted lamb, or aged cheeses. Enjoy now through 2030, developing greater leather and earthy nuances over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.5% ABV \u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: \u0026lt;2 g\/L \u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kerry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47793072832683,"sku":"BDX069-12","price":834.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/1234_st_emilion_2012.jpg?v=1789202144","url":"https:\/\/www.regiswine.com.hk\/products\/lif-st-emilion-2012","provider":"Regis Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}